Telecom Program Manager

Telecom Program Manager

FiberTel, LLC is locally grown in Utah's Art City and has rapidly expanded over the Northwest and Western regions. As an advocate for economic growth in the state of Utah, Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, and California we understand the business of conveying information. With all that is happening in our state and nationwide, we are seeing different ways of life, work, and school. The increase in work from home and online school has put a strain on internet providers and their bandwidth. Internet Providers are relying heavily on us to continue the construction and installation of fiber optics to ensure that internet service goes uninterrupted for the people of our communities. We are a utility construction company, with a specialization in the installation of fiber optics. We offer a full turnkey experience for our clients. For our employees, we offer rewarding benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays, and 401k (with company match). We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify.

About This Role

FiberTel is hiring a Telecom Program Manager for our Portland, OR location. The Telecom Program Manager will work directly with the Market Manager. She / he will have a thorough understanding of designs & specifications and will guarantee compliance with such. This position will estimate work of specific projects by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents. The coordinator will manage change orders, daily reporting, procedures, and the overall project progress.

Responsibilities

Determine the project deliverables and specifications, including the project scope, necessary project resources, and estimated labor needed by collaborating with clients, engineers, and architects

Calculate the cost estimate of all project tasks and accurately manage the project budget

Plan and schedule the entire construction project, including construction operations and timelines to make sure project deadlines are met

Acquire the appropriate licenses and permits from the corresponding authorities and ensure construction is up to code

Manage internal construction crews who report under you

Work with general contractors, critical subcontractors, and external vendors to negotiate profitable contracts

Manage general contractors and construction workers and give guidance as needed to ensure high-quality project performance

Communicate the status of the building project to key stakeholders by providing regular progress reports

Put organizational systems into place to ensure tools, vehicles, and equipment are well-maintained, and schedule maintenance if needed

Prevent injuries, slowdowns, and project risks by demanding complete adherence to health and safety standards on construction sites, and reporting safety regulation issues promptly

Additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Telecom experience

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, etc.

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Prior construction experience (Comcast experience preferred but not required)

Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Project, and applicable Engineering programs.

Good written and oral communication.

Possess a valid driver's license or be eligible and willing to obtain the required license for the position.

Preferred Qualifications :

Prior experience with fiber and coax splicing

Comcast experience

Working Conditions

This job operates in both office and field environments with occasional exposure to noise and other hazards. This job routinely uses standard office equipment. Occasionally, spend time outside the office when meeting clients or need to check on vehicles.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear; climb stairs and / or ladders. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits Include

Health Insurance : Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Accounts

Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching

Short & Long Term Disability

Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Competitive Pay

Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please visit the following URL to view the EEO is the Law poster and the Supplement. The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories. Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.